The Amazing members of AIESEC Cairo UniversitySunday, August 31, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Prices in Egypt
The currency in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound(EGP), and it's exchange rates are:
- 1.00 EGP = 0.187045 USD
Egypt Pounds United States Dollars - 1.00 EGP = 0.127129 EUR
Egypt Pounds Euro - 1.00 EGP = 0.102834 GBP
Egypt Pounds United Kingdom Pounds
For more information on exchange rates please visit www.xe.com
These are the average prices of the following:
Food and drinks:
- 1 average breakfast meal: 5-20 EGP
- 1 average lunch meal: 15-40 EGP
- 1 bottle of water 1.5L: 2 EGP
- 1 cup of Coffee: 4-10 EGP
For more info on food prices, please visit www.otlob.com and for info on grocery prices please visit www.metro-markets.com
Utilities usage:
- Laundry and ironng: 1-2 EGP/peice
- Monthly internet cost: 95 EGP/apartment(Split on all residents)
- internet Cafe: 3-5 EGP/hour
- Average Electicity bill: 200-400 EGP/apartment(Split on all residents)
- Average 2 bedrooms apartment's rent: 2000-4000 EGP/month(depends on the location)
Transportation:
- Airport to Downtown: 50 to 60 LE
- Airport to hotel in Pyramids area(all the way through Cairo): 70 to 80 LE
- Downtown to Pyramids area (or vice versa): 30 LE
- Downtown to Khalili Bazaar: 10 to 15 LE
- Downtown to the Citadel: 15 LE
- Pyramids area to Khalili Bazaar: 30 to max 35 LE
On a raw estimate, monthly expenses per person would range from:
- 500-1000 EGP for rent.
- 100-300 EGP for utilities, internet and other expenses(laundry, ironing...etc)
- 500-1000 EGP for food and grocery.
- 200-400 EGP for transportation.
Transportation in Cairo
City Cab:
The Cairo City Cab, are the best yet slightly more expensive than other transportations. They are available by phone or online with an average of 30-40 EGP per ride.
Local Taxi:
Cairo's Local Taxi. Available everywhere and can take you all the way around Cairo with a maximum of 40-50 EGP.Subway:
Subway in Cairo, also called the metro, is a very fast and cheap method of transportation, but it could be very busy during rush hours.Public Buses:
Cairo's Public Buses, almost no one uses them as they are very cheap and are always very crowded.An interns Experience
Elizabeth's Two Months in Egypt
"I came into Egypt on my TN with no expectations other than the idea that I would more than likely enjoy the experience in the country, what I found here was so much more. I absolutely fell in love with the people, culture, and country itself so much that I hate the fact that I have to leave in a month and a half. Unfortunately my last year of University comes before extending my stay here (according to my dad, if I had it my way it would be the other way around). My experience here, however, has made a life long lasting impression. My LC was so welcoming and always there if I ever had any questions about Egypt, or even if I just wanted to go smoke shisha. I've made friends here that will undoubtedly last a lifetime, some either coming to visit me in the states or others who I know I will be able to come back to and visit and it will feel as though I never left. I've also learned so much in the past two months that I know would have taken me years to learn at home, or I may never have even had the opportunity to learn while at University. I've seen the Pyramids, climbed Mount Sinai, swam in the red sea, and had late night conversations that last until 5 in the morning about religion, politics, and differences in relationships between Egyptians and Westerners. I highly encourage anyone even slightly considering coming to Egypt on a TN to seize the opportunity because it is one you won't regret! My dad was hesitant to let me come to Egypt as he wanted me in the States close to home. Last summer I really wanted to go overseas as well but instead of trying too hard to get overseas I settled for an internship in DC. While I did learn from the internship I feel I've learned so much more about people, life and myself just in the short time I've been in Egypt. Coming here has showed me that it is important to break away from the easy and normal and do something you really want even if it isn't as "easy" as the "normal". Looking back I know I'll have no regrets and be far happier that I came to Egypt, met the people I met, learned what I learned and lived what I lived, perhaps Mark Twain puts it best "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." That's exactly what I've done here and it's an experience I will forever cherish!"
Elizabeth Clark, USA
LC CU Intern
Pricewaterhouse Coopers
"I came into Egypt on my TN with no expectations other than the idea that I would more than likely enjoy the experience in the country, what I found here was so much more. I absolutely fell in love with the people, culture, and country itself so much that I hate the fact that I have to leave in a month and a half. Unfortunately my last year of University comes before extending my stay here (according to my dad, if I had it my way it would be the other way around). My experience here, however, has made a life long lasting impression. My LC was so welcoming and always there if I ever had any questions about Egypt, or even if I just wanted to go smoke shisha. I've made friends here that will undoubtedly last a lifetime, some either coming to visit me in the states or others who I know I will be able to come back to and visit and it will feel as though I never left. I've also learned so much in the past two months that I know would have taken me years to learn at home, or I may never have even had the opportunity to learn while at University. I've seen the Pyramids, climbed Mount Sinai, swam in the red sea, and had late night conversations that last until 5 in the morning about religion, politics, and differences in relationships between Egyptians and Westerners. I highly encourage anyone even slightly considering coming to Egypt on a TN to seize the opportunity because it is one you won't regret! My dad was hesitant to let me come to Egypt as he wanted me in the States close to home. Last summer I really wanted to go overseas as well but instead of trying too hard to get overseas I settled for an internship in DC. While I did learn from the internship I feel I've learned so much more about people, life and myself just in the short time I've been in Egypt. Coming here has showed me that it is important to break away from the easy and normal and do something you really want even if it isn't as "easy" as the "normal". Looking back I know I'll have no regrets and be far happier that I came to Egypt, met the people I met, learned what I learned and lived what I lived, perhaps Mark Twain puts it best "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." That's exactly what I've done here and it's an experience I will forever cherish!"
Elizabeth Clark, USA
LC CU Intern
Pricewaterhouse Coopers
Cairo - The Capital
Overview of Cairo:
A map of Cairo (Not to scale)
Cairo, the city that never sleeps
Cairo at dawn
Cairo University, which was established on march 1914
Some of Cairo's landmarks:
The Pyramids
Mohammed Ali Mosque
The Citadel of Saladin
The Cairo Tower, the highest concrete tower in the world
The Baron Palace, built in the late 1800s, it is built on a revolving disk in order to receive as much sunlight as possible
Islamic Cairo
A word from our MCP
Many Warm greetings from Cairo!
On behalf of AIESEC Egypt, I Dalia A. Said President of AIESEC in Egypt would like to welcome you on your next rewarding experience as part of AIESEC in Egypt.
Get ready for an enriching mix of history, culture differences and an experience that will open your eyes to true Egyptian nature and beliefs.
Yes, we do have the Pyramids, Sphinx, temples, Ancient Islamic monuments, The Nile, the Red Sea and Mediterranean Seas, Beaches, Sun, Oasis yet we are also known for the generosity and kindness of our People.
Yet I have not reached the best part of AIESEC, it is an organization that does not immerse you in a "Tourist" view of Egypt, yet with our focus on making a balance between AIESEC support and independence allow you to discover Egypt across your stay on a much deeper level that the surface level tourists are exposed to during their stay.
As AIESEC Egypt we annually revise our process and try our best to focus on delivering high quality exchange, which means giving both the intern and the company an amazing experience. We are also very keen on assuring our interns get a good and safe experience where they Learn about our culture and have fun across the weekends specifically.
We expect in return that interns are both cooperative by coming to events organized for them and Egyptian members and as well as take in our advice throughout their stay. Egypt has a variety of things to discover away from the pictures transmitted through media so get ready for challenging or affirming your perspectives throughout intensive cultural discussions across your stay!
As for the local committee Cairo University, among other local committees, they have taken a lot of care with their interns, with the presence of a reception coordinator, who among other things get involved with picking interns from the Airport, introducing them to the rest of the members, showing them their apartments and make sure they are satisfied with it, show them different means of transportation, show them around their neighborhood, showing them where the nearest member lives, involving them in the LC meetings, getting them involved with AIESEC outings, accompany them in their study tours, take care of their official papers and devlop a strong friendship bond.
Hence, to all our future interns we would be delighted to accommodate you here in Egypt, and we assure you that it will be an unforgettable experience.
Dalia Said
President of AIESEC Egypt
2008-2009
On behalf of AIESEC Egypt, I Dalia A. Said President of AIESEC in Egypt would like to welcome you on your next rewarding experience as part of AIESEC in Egypt.
Get ready for an enriching mix of history, culture differences and an experience that will open your eyes to true Egyptian nature and beliefs.
Yes, we do have the Pyramids, Sphinx, temples, Ancient Islamic monuments, The Nile, the Red Sea and Mediterranean Seas, Beaches, Sun, Oasis yet we are also known for the generosity and kindness of our People.
Yet I have not reached the best part of AIESEC, it is an organization that does not immerse you in a "Tourist" view of Egypt, yet with our focus on making a balance between AIESEC support and independence allow you to discover Egypt across your stay on a much deeper level that the surface level tourists are exposed to during their stay.
As AIESEC Egypt we annually revise our process and try our best to focus on delivering high quality exchange, which means giving both the intern and the company an amazing experience. We are also very keen on assuring our interns get a good and safe experience where they Learn about our culture and have fun across the weekends specifically.
We expect in return that interns are both cooperative by coming to events organized for them and Egyptian members and as well as take in our advice throughout their stay. Egypt has a variety of things to discover away from the pictures transmitted through media so get ready for challenging or affirming your perspectives throughout intensive cultural discussions across your stay!
As for the local committee Cairo University, among other local committees, they have taken a lot of care with their interns, with the presence of a reception coordinator, who among other things get involved with picking interns from the Airport, introducing them to the rest of the members, showing them their apartments and make sure they are satisfied with it, show them different means of transportation, show them around their neighborhood, showing them where the nearest member lives, involving them in the LC meetings, getting them involved with AIESEC outings, accompany them in their study tours, take care of their official papers and devlop a strong friendship bond.
Hence, to all our future interns we would be delighted to accommodate you here in Egypt, and we assure you that it will be an unforgettable experience.
Dalia Said
President of AIESEC Egypt
2008-2009
A word from our LCP
Hello from Cairo!
My Name is Mohamed Anis; I am the Local Committee President of AIESEC in Cairo University.
First I would love to welcome you to the beginning of one of the most amazing experiences you'll ever have.
And I won't just mention the famous parts about Egypt, the mighty Pyramids, the sphinx, Huge Temples, the deserts, the Nile, the sea but we need to mention People living in Egypt, from different countries they all said the same thing about Egyptians, they are Warm, Friendly and Generous.
So what do we offer more in AIESEC?
If you visit any country with your friends or relatives, you're only exposed to this part where the tour guide, the program or the agenda of the trip gives you. But in AIESEC you get to live the experience to the maximum, learning more about the culture, getting involved in all activities, hanging out with people from different countries sharing the same prospective, and providing help to all those who need it.
Also if we take a closer look on our Local Committee (Cairo University) we always focus on quality for all our stakeholders from Parents to Partners to Members to interns, so we're always measuring our quality and satisfaction of stakeholders gradually.
Safety, One of the important variables parents and interns consider before travelling to any country, and in AIESEC we put safety of our people first. We take several steps for the safety of our interns, Our Reception coordinators, pick interns from the airport, organize apartments in civilized areas close to work, and they always provide the best ways of transportation, we also assign a personal buddy to each intern to support them at all times, we organize agendas and events for the interns to hang out with us, we add the intern to the Local committee's mailing list, so they would go out and meet with our members whenever they have free time. And by this we provide the safe and rich environment for the interns to live in.
For Those Coming to Egypt or planning to come, we would be more than delighted to accommodate you and we assure you it will be the experience of your life.
Mohamed Anis
President of AIESEC Cairo University
2008-2009
My Name is Mohamed Anis; I am the Local Committee President of AIESEC in Cairo University.
First I would love to welcome you to the beginning of one of the most amazing experiences you'll ever have.
And I won't just mention the famous parts about Egypt, the mighty Pyramids, the sphinx, Huge Temples, the deserts, the Nile, the sea but we need to mention People living in Egypt, from different countries they all said the same thing about Egyptians, they are Warm, Friendly and Generous.
So what do we offer more in AIESEC?
If you visit any country with your friends or relatives, you're only exposed to this part where the tour guide, the program or the agenda of the trip gives you. But in AIESEC you get to live the experience to the maximum, learning more about the culture, getting involved in all activities, hanging out with people from different countries sharing the same prospective, and providing help to all those who need it.
Also if we take a closer look on our Local Committee (Cairo University) we always focus on quality for all our stakeholders from Parents to Partners to Members to interns, so we're always measuring our quality and satisfaction of stakeholders gradually.
Safety, One of the important variables parents and interns consider before travelling to any country, and in AIESEC we put safety of our people first. We take several steps for the safety of our interns, Our Reception coordinators, pick interns from the airport, organize apartments in civilized areas close to work, and they always provide the best ways of transportation, we also assign a personal buddy to each intern to support them at all times, we organize agendas and events for the interns to hang out with us, we add the intern to the Local committee's mailing list, so they would go out and meet with our members whenever they have free time. And by this we provide the safe and rich environment for the interns to live in.
For Those Coming to Egypt or planning to come, we would be more than delighted to accommodate you and we assure you it will be the experience of your life.
Mohamed Anis
President of AIESEC Cairo University
2008-2009
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